Chinese Diplomat's Visit to Russia and Ukraine for Peace Talks
The Chinese Communist Party is sending its top diplomat to Russia, Ukraine, and European countries to discuss the Ukraine crisis and promote peace talks. China is a close ally of Russia but also maintains friendly relations with Ukraine. The first 'shuttle diplomacy' trip in May did not result in any noticeable changes in the situation on the ground in Ukraine.
Key Points
- Chinese diplomat to embark on 'shuttle diplomacy' tour to Russia, Ukraine, and European countries
- China aims to play a constructive role in ending the Ukraine conflict
- China is a close ally of Russia but also maintains friendly relations with Ukraine
- Efforts to promote peace talks have not yielded significant results so far
Pros
- Efforts to promote peace talks in the Ukraine crisis
- China's role in seeking a political settlement
Cons
- Previous intervention did not result in significant changes
- Allegations of China attempting to expand economic ties with Ukraine at America's expense